Unusual Progress

Webs surrounded Lin Yi, making it look as though he had fallen into a massive trap with no way out.

However, Bibi Dong could tell that when she'd made her move, the young man had already thought of a countermeasure. The reason he hadn't acted was probably because he was waiting for the right moment.

"Lin Yi, if you keep dragging this out, I'm going to stop holding back!"

As she spoke, Bibi Dong prepared to switch back to her First Martial Soul and unleash her Sixth Soul Skill.

Lin Yi still said nothing. He merely pressed his lips together in a smile.

The moment Bibi Dong thrust Eternal Wound straight at him, Lin Yi sprang into action and caught her spiderlike spike with his bare hand.

Even Bibi Dong was stunned by his rash move.

"Are you crazy? Don't you know this could cost you your life?"

"I know, but I believe I can do it."

As he spoke, Lin Yi urged his Soul Power on, gathering his strength into the palm of his hand.

"Fifth Soul Skill—Dragon Roar Nine Heavens!"

A flash of golden light blazed forth. For an instant, Bibi Dong couldn't see what was in front of her. When her vision cleared, Lin Yi's knife was already before her eyes.

"Senior, you've lost!"

Though she wasn't convinced, Bibi Dong still nodded.

"Looks like you're not bad after all, kid. Fine, I acknowledge your abilities. But don't think you'll get past Xiao Gang. His strength may not be much, but he's second to none at chewing people out."

"Ahem."

Lin Yi gave an awkward smile.

"All right. In that case, I'll take your advice and study hard under the Grandmaster. Actually, I know the Grandmaster must have plenty of excellent theories for me to keep studying."

"That's right."

Bibi Dong smiled calmly. "You certainly are perceptive. But success won't come easily. You'll have to work even harder with Xiao Gang. Only when he acknowledges you will you truly be ready to move forward."

"That's perfect."

Lin Yi's eyes lit up.

"What I'm most afraid of is ending up with a teacher who isn't strict enough. Then I wouldn't be able to improve my strength. With someone as demanding as the Grandmaster by my side, I'm sure to make progress!"

With that, he and Bibi Dong left the Sea of Consciousness together.

"You two sure took your time!"

Liu Erlong walked over, folding her arms.

"Couldn't you just have a proper fight? All that hemming and hawing makes me think you two are just playing around."

"Er Long."

Bibi Dong gave the chattering Liu Erlong an embarrassed look, then patted her on the shoulder.

"Wasn't I just testing this kid a little more? You know what he's like when things aren't serious—he'll keep coming up with all sorts of trouble. Do you think the rest of us can keep cleaning up after him?"

Those words made Liu Erlong feel the pressure.

She narrowed her eyes and fell silent for a long while before speaking again.

"Looks like you have a point. Then we'll do things your way. I just hope you haven't made the wrong choice."

Lin Yi nodded, then turned to look at Huo Yuhao and Tang Wutong.

"I owe you both a lot for what happened this time. If you hadn't helped me, I think my life would've been a complete mess. But I'm sure you have some plans for me now, too."

"Exactly."

Huo Yuhao looked at Lin Yi with approval.

"I was thinking that the God of Destruction is about to make his move. If you're willing, come with us when the time comes and help stop him. I know it's dangerous, but facing an ancient god is also an opportunity for you."

"Isn't that a bad idea?"

Liu Erlong and Bibi Dong both spoke up to stop him.

"You know how cruel the God of Destruction is. What if..."

"I'm going!"

Lin Yi smiled again.

"I'll go kill the Giant Shark Beast within three days, then activate my Second Soul Ring. After that, I'll be ready to take on the God of Destruction. Of course, I know you'll doubt my abilities, but that's fine. Given enough time, you'll see what I can do!"

"Good."

Yu Xiaogang suddenly spoke up beside them, his expression firm.

"Then we'll do as you say. But remember this, Lin Yi: your life belongs to all of us, too. You absolutely must not die at someone else's hands, or every one of us will be heartbroken."

"I understand."

Lin Yi nodded firmly. He thought that even if he was completely useless, he still had that half-baked system. There was no way he'd die young. At worst, he'd be sent back to square one and lose some of his strength.

Steadying himself, Lin Yi turned his gaze toward Yu Xiaogang.

"Grandmaster, what's our second round of training going to be?"

"Stabilizing your Slaughter Aura. You need to go to Slaughter City and find Tang Chen. Have him teach you how to control your Slaughter Aura. He's the only true bearer of the Slaughter Aura. Even Tang San can't match his Power of the King."